Hannah Simpson Counsellor & Psychotherapist, MBACP reg, Barnados/Link Approved

About me

I am an experienced, qualified and registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with adults and adolescents in psychotherapy and in counselling. Before starting private practice I worked in the NHS as a 'Substance Misuse Recovery Counsellor and Group Facilitator' and The Priory, as a 'Mental Health and Addictions Therapist' . Prior to this I have worked in Substance Misuses services, along with a secure unit for children and domestic and sexual violence units for adults and children.

In my practice I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental therapeutic setting, in which to explore a range of personal concerns and feelings. These may include addictions, unresolved childhood experiences, such as childhood sexual abuse or trauma, relationship difficulties or wanting to make life style changes.

Whatever difficulties you may face, I can provide a sensitive, warm and supportive environment in which to explore past experiences and how these impact on the present. I believe that it is through a secure therapeutic relationship, that an individual can gain insight and a deeper understanding of their feelings and concerns.

This allows for re-connection to self, feelings, beliefs and values. Through connection the individual can begin to reengage in life in a more deep and meaningful way, move forward and reach their full potential.

I offer in depth and comprehensive assessment to ensure the right kind approach to suit the unique needs of each individual, as well as short term crisis intervention, time limited and open ended therapy, depending on what you hope to achieve?  An initial assessment is followed by fifty minute sessions to be agreed between us. We will meet regularly at a mutually agreed time for fifty minutes at a time, and together assess the therapeutic work, how it is helping and what needs to be addressed.

I see the therapeutic process as a collaborative endeavour to empower the individual, to make informed decisions and choices that are right for them and that will enable them to live more satisfying and enriched lives.

I have multiple areas of specialization including working with individuals who are experiencing addictions, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, depression, self harm, eating disorders, post traumatic stress symptoms and PTSD, bereavement and loss, stress, anxiety, isolation, alcohol abuse or drug dependency, rape, sexual abuse/violence and exploitation.

Furthermore, I have undergone training with LINK and Barnados to become a Barnados Adoption Agency ‘Approved Adoption Counsellor', this means I am registered to provide support and counselling to individuals and families, including birth mothers and fathers, adoptees and adopters; before, during and after this complex process.

Please Call me on 07775 613133 or email me at h.l.simpson@hotmail.com to arrange a confidential assessment and discussion. (Please note I do not accept or answers enquiries via any form of social media)

More about Hannah

I have undergone considerable training and have had many years of reflection on effective practice both personally and professionally. I believe I have developed a sound and well integrated style; using knowledge and ideas from various models of counselling and psychotherapy.

I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) and abide by their rules and ethical framework.

I hold a current and up to date enhanced DBS certificate. (previously CRB)

I am ICO registered -which means I am registered with the UK’s independent authority set up to uphold information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals.

If you would like to enquire further please call me on 07775 613133 or e-mail me h.l.simpson@hotmail.com